Christian and Frederick Bush Collection

Letter from Christian Bush to Christian Bush, Sr., not dated. In this letter he discusses finances.

Letter from Christian Bush to George Bush dated March 19, 1863. In the letter, Christian explains the illness that is sweeping through his camp. He describes his lack of faith in the doctors present in his camp and how a friend who is stationed in Kentucky is losing faith in the cause of the war.

Letter from Frederick Bush to his brother dated April 6, 1863. In the beginning of the letter, writes the lyrics to the song "The Girl I Left Behind." He also updates the status of Christianas he continues to remain in a hospital in Washington, D.C.

Letter from Frederick Bush to his parents dated April 2, 1863. In the letter, Frederick explains that Christian is in hospital located in Washington D.C., and he describes almost accidentally shooting his foot. The first page of the letter contains the lyrics to "Red, White and Blue."

Letter from Frederick or Christian Bush dated October 9, 1863. In this letter, the author describes the status of his regiment and his opinions on the war, slavery, and Abraham Lincoln.

Letter from Frederick Bush to his brother dated September 3, 1863. Letter from Frederick Bush to George Bush dated September 3, 1863. In this letter, he discusses the status of his regiment, and a skirmish he and his company took part in.

Letter from Frederick and Christian Bush to his brother dated October 23, 1863. In the letter, Frederick mentions the care package he has sent his family, including souvenirs from the Battle of Williamsport in Maryland. The letter concludes with a message from Christian, describing a skirmish and hunting.

Letter from Christian Bush to George Bush dated April 20, 1863. In the letter, Christian updates George on his current state of health. He describes his experience in the hospital and inquires about life at home.

Lyrics to "Kitty Wells" transcribed by either Frederick or Christian Bush. No date is provided.

Letter from Frederick Bush dated August 1, 1863. In the letter, Frederick updates his status of his regiments and expresses his displeasure with leadership during the Battle of Gettysburg. He concludes his letter by updating the family on Christian's health.